1996 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 57 L |
